Scott County officials get updated flood plain maps from FEMA

Wednesday, July 28, 2010Michelle Felter

Scott County commissioners compare former and revised flood plain maps provided by the Federal Emergency Management Association with Joel Evans, the county's appointed flood plain administrator. FEMA recently sent Evans the new maps, which replace the 1987-1989 ones he had on file.
Michelle Felter, Staff

BENTON -- Scott County does not appear to have any big changes in its flood plains.

That's what Joel Evans, flood plain administrator, and county commissioners found on Tuesday after reviewing the 69 updated map pages received by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

"There are some variations," said Evans. He said officials are now comparing the flood classifications to ensure the accuracy of flood classification designations for residents.

For further review, Evans said he has requested electronic copies of the updated maps.

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